{"id":445,"date":"2020-01-29T20:49:34","date_gmt":"2020-01-29T20:49:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drywallindianapolis.com\/blog\/?p=445"},"modified":"2024-05-04T14:27:00","modified_gmt":"2024-05-04T14:27:00","slug":"the-true-faqs-about-gypsum-board","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drywallindianapolis.com\/blog\/the-true-faqs-about-gypsum-board\/","title":{"rendered":"The True FAQS About Gypsum Board"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Continue below to review some of the most pertinent frequently asked questions about drywall and gypsum board, and finally clear up your confusion! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Are Drywall and Gypsum Board the Same Thing?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Drywall is a construction material made from thin panels of\ngypsum board. It is used to construct walls and ceilings in residential and\ncommercial structures. Drywall is also called wallboard, gypsum board, and\nplasterboard. It is called \u201cdrywall\u201d because water is not required to use it\nfor wall and ceiling construction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gypsum comes from the Greek term, \u201cgypsos\u201d, meaning plaster.\nIt is a naturally-occurring mineral found in sedimentary rock formations. It\ncontains large amounts of water bound in crystalline form, making it less prone\nto combustion. Gypsum board is a generic term used to describe a family of\npanel-type products that retain a non-combustible core. These boards are\nlayered with gypsum rock and specialty paper material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Was Drywall Invented?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Drywall was first introduced to the market in 1916 after\nbeing invented by the U.C. Gypsum Company (USG). Back then, drywall went by the\nterm, \u201cSackett Board\u201d named after a USG subsidiary called the Sackett Plaster\nCompany. It started off as small, fireproof tiles, and after ten years,\neventually transitioned into the product we know today as drywall. By 1945, it\nwas one of the dominant building materials in our country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Chinese Gypsum Board?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chinese drywall is a term used to reference an environmental\nhealth situation involving defective drywall material manufactured in China and\nimported to the United States in 2001. Laboratory testing revealed that the defective\ndrywall emitted sulfurous gasses, including carbon disulfide, carbonyl sulfide,\nand hydrogen sulfide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the\nEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) began investigating the effects of\nChinese drywall in 2009, and concluded that there are short-term health\nimplications from exposure, including respiratory problems, asthma irritations,\nsore throats, chronic headaches, and more. Long-term exposure can have health\nimplications like chronic fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, dizziness, and\nmore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Gypsum Board a Good Choice for Wall Finishing?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Drywall, or gypsum board, is beneficial for several reasons.\nIt is fire-resistant, economical, versatile, durable, noise-mitigating, easily\ndecorated and painted, easy to repair and replace, and much more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Gypsum Board a Man-Made Material?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Gypsum, as mentioned earlier, is found in\nnaturally-occurring crystalline formations in sedimentary rock. To acquire it,\ngypsum must be mined. Millions of tons of gypsum are mined every year in North\nAmerica, and most of it is to manufacture drywall products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can I Install Gypsum Board?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are familiar with drywall work, and you feel\ncomfortable taking on a project, it is possible to hang and finish drywall\nyourself. However, it is recommended to stick to small projects, like patching\nholes, and leave the larger projects to a trained team of professionals. When\nit comes to increasing the value of your home, you want to be sure every\nprecaution is taken when installing new drywall. For this reason, it is best to\noutsource professional drywall services rather than take on a drywall project\non your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indianapolis Drywall Repair and Installation Service<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Call Drywall by Renso at 317-269-7319<\/strong> for Indianapolis drywall repair<\/a> and installation service. We are experienced drywall contractors who offer a wide range of residential and commercial drywall service, including repair, replacement, installation, new home construction, metal stud framing, custom drywall texture, grid ceilings, and much more. Call 317-269-7319 to request a free estimate, today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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